What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Savage?
Grow Your Career with Savage!
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
What You’ll Be Doing
Additional Information
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
- Sunday - Thursday work schedule, weekends when required
- Night Shift (8pm-6am)
- Opportunities for Growth
- Profit Sharing
- We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
- $23 - $25 an hour, depending on experience
What You’ll Be Doing
- Perform heavy and minor repairs on all trucks and trailers
- Service trucks: fuel, grease, and change oil; actively look for needed repairs
- Maintain shop cleanliness and parts inventory
- Utilize computer based diagnostic systems, skills, knowledge and experience to determine what repairs need to be done and whether it's a Mack warrantee issue
- Participate in Savage's Safety program including hot work and confined space entry permits, as well as help maintain a safe and clean work environment interface with the rest of the Company
- An expert in identifying and diagnosing needed repairs by computer based systems, being able to visually recognize problems a big plus
- 1 to 3 years of Diesel Mechanic Experience preferred. Experience with Mack trucks a plus
- Must possess own hand tools, sufficient to complete most jobs
- Skilled in using cutting torch & using a welder
- Confident with repairing suspensions, rear ends, transmissions, air brake systems, minor engine work (injectors, turbos, etc.) and more
- Knowledge of CDL a plus, but not required
- For the purpose of safety, it is essential that the candidate possesses English communication skills. The job demands the ability to understand and interpret both written and verbal operational and safety guidelines, as well as related regulations, policies, and memos. Clear and effective communication with colleagues and superiors is a key requirement for this role.
- Ability to work outside in the elements
- Work in an environment containing hazardous noise, confined space, and in hot or cold environments
- Work at heights, climbing stairs, and climbing ladders
- Must have ability to wear required PPE
- Lift up to 50 pounds frequently
Additional Information
- A complete job description is available upon request
- Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
- California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice
- You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
- Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
- Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
- Our benefit packages may change from time to time.
Salary : $23 - $25
